The church
Protestant artists were often commissioned by wealthy patrons, including merchants and civic leaders, who sought to reflect their values and beliefs through art. Additionally, churches in Protestant regions occasionally commissioned works that emphasized moral lessons or depicted biblical themes without the elaborate iconography favored by the Catholic Church. The rise of the middle class during the Renaissance also contributed to the demand for secular art, allowing artists to explore a broader range of subjects.
Martin Luther
during the first war
If you mean Leonardo's painting (because lots of other artists have painted this subject) it was commissioned by the Duke of Milan.
Because they were commissioned and paid to do so.
The Medici family was a prominent organization that often commissioned Florentine artists to create artwork during the Renaissance. Their patronage supported many renowned artists, including Sandro Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci. The Medici's influence and financial backing played a crucial role in the flourishing of art and culture in Florence. Additionally, the Church and various guilds also commissioned works from local artists during this period.
The definition of commissioned means money paid to a person or group for a service or piece of work. Artists are often commissioned to make art work for people.
Artists of the time were paid by Patrons who commissioned art work. There were no salaries.
A lot of "freelance" artists are commissioned by games workshop
Financially support artists. The Medici family commissioned many works by many notable artists of their era.
medici family
Château Mouton Rothschild.